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9 El Tambor, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (MLS # OC26120346)

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PRICE $1,299,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 3
BATHS 2.5
HOME SIZE 1,300 sqft
LOT SIZE 4,714 sqft

WELCOME TO 9 EL TAMBOR, a stunning turnkey pool home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this beautifully upgraded home has been meticulously designed for the most discerning buyer. Step inside to soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and gorgeous plank flooring that flows throughout the main level. The spacious family room offers a cozy fireplace and walls of windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The chef's kitchen has been completely redesigned with new cabinetry, fixtures, and appliances, highlighted by a stunning oversized quartz island with seating for four and ample storage. Step outside to your private backyard retreat where you can enjoy poolside dining, take a refreshing dip in the sparkling pool, or simply relax and unwind in the peaceful outdoor setting. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a serene escape with hillside views and a spa-inspired remodeled bathroom featuring dual vanities, a walk-in shower, new flooring, and designer fixtures. Two additional bedrooms and an upgraded secondary bathroom complete the upper level. Additional upgrades include owned solar for significant energy savings, repiping, fresh interior paint, and a spacious two-car garage with built-in storage. Enjoy all the incredible amenities Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer, including award-winning schools, the RSM Beach Club and Lagoon, multiple pools, 13 parks, pickleball and tennis courts, sports fields, and miles of scenic hiking and biking trails. Ideally located near shopping, dining, entertainment, and convenient toll road access, this hidden gem offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity!

DAYS ON MARKET 3 LAST UPDATED 6/3/2026
YEAR BUILT 1993 COMMUNITY MEH - Melinda Heights
GARAGE SPACES 2.0 COUNTY Orange
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
Elementary School Melinda Heights
Jr. High School Rancho Santa Margarita
High School Trabucco Hills


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
AREA MEH - Melinda Heights
CONSTRUCTION Stucco
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Central
HOA DUES 91|Monthly
INTERIOR Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
LOT 4713 sq ft
LOT DESCRIPTION Cul-De-Sac, Sprinklers In Front
LOT DIMENSIONS 4712
PARKING Attached, Direct Access, Garage
POOL Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION Private, Community, Association
STORIES 2
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Hills
WATER Public
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